Is Zimaya Zukhruf Cherry a dupe of Tom Ford Lost Cherry?
Lost Cherry and Zukhruf Cherry both aim for a sweet cherry profile, but differ significantly in execution and longevity. Lost Cherry offers a boozy, almond-laced depth with lasting power, justifying its luxury price. Zukhruf Cherry, while more affordable, presents a syrupy sweetness that may fade quickly on some. The key difference lies in the quality and staying power of the cherry note. If you want a statement fragrance with depth and longevity, Lost Cherry is the clear winner. If you want an affordable, fleeting cherry experience, Zukhruf Cherry could be a good choice.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Lost Cherry
- Zukhruf Cherry
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a long-lasting cherry fragrance.
- You appreciate boozy and almond notes.
- You're willing to invest in a luxury perfume.
- You want a fragrance that makes a statement.
- You want a budget-friendly option.
- You prefer a very sweet and syrupy scent.
- You want a simple, fleeting cherry fragrance.
- You enjoy testing dupes of popular fragrances.
Lost Cherry is a provocative cherry liqueur fantasy wrapped in almond and vanilla, decadent and utterly distinctive. Unapologetically sweet and boozy, it demands attention and invites indulgence.
Black cherry and almond like a dark cherry liqueur, with plum and jasmine underneath and a creamy tonka-vanilla finish. Syrupy and sweet, a cold-weather gourmand for evenings.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Vanilla
8% share of the perfume
Tonka Bean
6% share of the perfume
Peru Balsam
6% share of the perfume
Benzoin
5% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
4% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
4% share of the perfume
Cedar
2% share of the perfume
Clove
1% share of the perfume
Vetiver
1% share of the perfume
Patchouli
1% share of the perfume
Black Cherry
12%
vs
17%
Almond
11%
vs
14%
Vanilla
7%
vs
11%
Tonka Bean
5%
vs
10%
Jasmine
4%
vs
6%
Plum
4%
vs
8%
Sandalwood
4%
vs
6%
Cedar
2%
vs
4%
Sour Cherry
11% share of the perfume
Cherry Liqueur
10% share of the perfume
Rose
6% share of the perfume
Peru Balsam
6% share of the perfume
Benzoin
5% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
4% share of the perfume
Clove
1% share of the perfume
Vetiver
1% share of the perfume
Patchouli
1% share of the perfume
Cherry
19% share of the perfume
Black Cherry
12%
vs
17%
Almond
11%
vs
14%
Cherry Liqueur
10% share of the perfume
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Lost Cherry's intense cherry sweetness and liqueur warmth shine best in cooler weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. Its density can feel cloying in heat but works for spring evenings.
Occasions
This is a statement scent for special nights out or formal settings where you want to leave a memorable impression. Best avoided in professional or athletic settings due to its bold projection and gourmand sweetness.
Seasons
Syrupy cherry, almond and vanilla suit autumn and winter best. In heat the sweetness gets sticky.
Occasions
Rich and sweet, it is built for date nights and evenings. Too dessert-like for the office and the gym.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 8 of its 9 notes, including Sandalwood, Cedar, Almond
Adds cherry, drops benzoin and cherry liqueur
Where to buy
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